McGill Centre for Microbiome Research 2026 Symposium

Name: McGill Centre for Microbiome Research 2026 Symposium
Start: 2026-10-08T12:00:00Z
End: 2026-10-09T22:00:00Z
Location: RI-MUHC, Conference room E S1.1129

RI-MUHC, Conference room E S1.1129

October 8-9, 2026

Welcome to the McGill Centre for Microbiome Research

A new era of discovery is emerging at the intersection of microbiome science, technology, and human health. Invisible yet profoundly influential, microbial ecosystems shape the resilience of our bodies, our environments, and our future. By decoding these complex biological networks, researchers are uncovering transformative insights that are redefining precision medicine, environmental health, and the foundations of life itself.

We are delighted to host this new event - the 3rd McGill Centre for Microbiome Research Symposium - as an opportunity to foster collaboration, stimulate scientific exchange, and advance knowledge dissemination within the microbiome research community and beyond.

Keynote

Dr. Premysl Bercik, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology McMaster University Medical Centre

Conferences

Dr. Sloan Devlin, University of Harvard
Dr. David Berry, University of Vienna
Dr. Jonas Schluter, NYU Grossman School of Medicine
Dr. Alicia Berard, University of Manitoba
Dr. Arielle Elkrief, CHUM
Dr. Gretchen Diehl, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

Intro to microbiome analyses workshop

Full day, additionnal registration is mandatory. See Registration tab. ***Full capacity reached.***

Poster session

An opportunity for students to broadcast their research. Students interested in presenting a poster can submit their abstracts on the Submission tab. Places are limited (10).

5 a 7 networking

Join us in the RI Atrium for a 5 a 7 on October 8th. A chance to unwind, enjoy a relaxed moment with colleagues, exchange ideas, and foster new collaborations across disciplines and research institutions.

Students talks

Students of the Centre's members will present the latest discoveries in microbiome research.

We look forward to seeing you there!

*** 50$/person - Following registration, you will shortly receive a payment link for the 50$ fee. No refund.***

Registration limited to 200 attendees.

Partners and Sponsors

We thank the generous support of our partners and sponsors without whom the success of this event would not be possible.

Catering

We would like to thank the Press Cafe catering for offering a high-quality, unique and customized menu for our Symposium, contributing to the success of our event.